Therapist profile
David Shirly, LMHC
Florida
LMHC - Anger and relationship concerns
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- CredentialsLMHC
- LicenseLMHC, Florida / MH18828; LMHC, New York / 017927
- NPI1316539893
- Experience10 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationFlorida
About
- CBT strategies
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness work
About David
David Shirly is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with 10 years of clinical experience. He works with adults who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, and relationship concerns. He also addresses issues such as sleep problems, ADHD, self-esteem, and intimacy-related difficulties.
David uses straightforward, evidence-based methods to help people manage strong emotions and daily pressures. He listens to what matters most to each person and then suggests practical skills to try between sessions. Conversations focus on real problems at work, at home, and in close relationships rather than abstract theory.
His practice draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness techniques. That mix is used to teach coping strategies, shift unhelpful patterns, and improve emotional awareness. Therapy often includes skill practice, short behavioral experiments, and checking which approaches actually help.
People come to David for help with anger that shows up as snapping at loved ones, building resentment, or trouble calming down after conflicts. He also supports those dealing with trauma, attachment wounds, substance use concerns, and complex relationship patterns such as codependency or commitment anxiety.
Sessions are conducted in English and he accepts international clients. Costs vary with location and his sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the See online therapy options button.
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Approaches used in online sessions
David often blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy with Client-Centered principles. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and helps with anxiety, depression, and anger by testing new ways of responding. DBT adds practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness when feelings are intense. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and collaboration so the therapist follows the client’s priorities and strengths.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. He will work with the client to decide which methods to try first based on current goals, what has or hasn’t worked before, and how the client prefers to work. Adjustments are made as progress is tracked and new needs appear.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, cut travel time, and allow brief check-ins when a full in-person visit is not practical. Some approaches lend themselves to short skill-practice between meetings and that can be arranged to fit a client's routine.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Florida, New York
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, relationship difficulties, sleep issues, self-esteem, ADHD, and trauma-related concerns.
What is his general therapeutic style?
He practices a practical, client-centered style that focuses on skills and real-life changes. Sessions blend talking with concrete exercises to try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 10 years of experience working with adults on mood, behavior, and relationship problems.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, listed as NY LMHC and FL LMHC, and is based in Florida.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.